Preparing questions in advance can help patients to have more meaningful discussions with healthcare professionals regarding their condition. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following questions related to peripheral neuropathy:

1. What are the first symptoms of peripheral neuropathy that I am likely to notice?
   
   
2. How will you diagnose my peripheral neuropathy?
   
   
3. What type of peripheral neuropathy do I have?
   
   
4. Is an underlying condition the likely source of my peripheral neuropathy?
   
   
5. Will treating this condition eliminate my peripheral neuropathy?
   
   
6. What are my treatment options?
   
   
7. What are the risks of these treatments?
   
   
8. Will I require surgery?
   
   
9. How can I reduce symptoms associated with my peripheral neuropathy?
   
   
10. What is my long-term prognosis?